PC Support

A Dell Resource CD contains device drivers, diagnostic programs, utilities and user guides specific to a given model of Dell computer. The Resource CD is shipped with the computer, and is packaged...

File sharing on Windows computers allows you to share documents, pictures, music and more with other users on the computer and with other users on a network. When you enable it, you can set limits...

The Adobe Photo Downloader is a photo add-on that automatically searches for and downloads photos from attached memory cards, cameras and mobile phones. It is installed by Adobe Photoshop Elements...

Spybot Search & Destroy is a security tool that allows you to search for and remove malicious programs such as spyware, tracking cookies and more. Once you install it, its icon remains on the...

In Windows, the far right area of the taskbar, at the bottom of your screen, is called the "notification area" or "system tray." It displays the system clock and various icons, including a...

Antivirus programs are security tools that protect your computer from dangerous threats such as viruses, Trojans, spyware, worms and more. They vary in protection strength and monitor your...

Hibernation in Windows computers allows you to conserve power, especially if you are using battery power on a laptop. It is a feature that shuts down Windows without turning off the computer or...

The Windows Scheduler is a program that starts when you boot your machine. It is used to schedule functions like defragging a hard drive or running a backup application. The Scheduler can be used...

When your PC stops making sound, there's an underlying problem that needs to be fixed. Fortunately, most sound problems are relatively simple to fix, and the sound can be on again with a few...

The first part of our three part tutorial, How to Delete internet History and Cookies on Your Computer Part 1 dealt with cleaning up cookies and web browsing history. This is the second part of...

Restoring an HP laptop or desktop computer from a backup image is very simple with the HP Total Care Advisor utility provided on all HP machines. The HP Total Care Advisor software uses the...

A computer virus is a malicious program that installs itself onto your computer without your permission. Unlike a computer virus, a worm does not need to infect a program on your computer for it...

Changing the start-up sound in Windows is quite simple---if you're using an older version of Windows, that is. For those using Windows XP or earlier, you will need to access your control panel and...

The easiest way to get rid of viruses is to use an antivirus program. There are plenty of free and efficient ones available (e.g., ComboFix). However, if you don't want to download a program, you...

Hibernate Mode on Windows allows you to conserve power without shutting down applications. The current state of the computer is saved to the hard disk and the computer shuts down. When you power...

The Refrog Keylogger is an application that records your keyboard keystrokes and saves the data into a file or sends them to a remote site. It can also monitor your computer activity, record chat...

Norton Antivirus is a security program that protects your computer from dangerous programs such as viruses, Trojans and spyware. It monitors your computer in real time and alerts you of potential...

Flash drives are portable hard drives that allow you to store information ranging from documents to music and videos. They vary in memory size and connect directly to a USB port on your computer...

Microsoft Outlook is a software program that allows users to manage email and create schedules. Outlook can be a useful tool, but it can be an annoyance for those who do not use it often....

Every computer needs a little basic maintenance to keep it running smoothly and performing at it's maximum capacity. The newer operating systems are setup to do this automatically for you, but...

On a Dell Inspiron laptop (as well as other laptops using Windows), passwords and other important data are stored in the Security Account Manager (SAM), which is a file readable only to the...

Every one hates the ads that pop up every five seconds and the screen that says you’re infected with 500 viruses on a program you never even installed. This is a crash course on removing Spyware....

By Reading these Instructions, you will be able to Bring your Hp Desktop Computer Back To Its Factory Shipped Condition, Now by doing this, it will reformat your hard drive, so any data added to...

The "My Documents" folder is one of the earliest special folders that made its debut on Windows 95 and has been primarily used for storing all kinds of personal files. However, the name can be...

There are many ways to shrink your PC desktop wallpaper. Some methods require more knowledge than others. Often the image has been set to "stretch" in the Control Panel. In that case all you need...

You can clean your PC for free if you follow these steps. Use this system tool often to keep your computer running optimally. Surfing the net leaves all kinds of unnecessary files on your computer...

Have you ever wonderered what will make your computer faster without downloading a bunch of ridiculous trial software or opening up your computer? If so this is for you.

Computer security is a constant challenge. With so many threats on the Internet, it doesn't take much for your computer to pick up a virus or spyware. To make matters worse, many malicious...

The "Military Clock Virus" infects your computer by changing your system clock to military time and deletes the registry tab allowing you to change your desktop wallpaper. It replaces your...

One of the most reliable ways to restore data to multiple data files is through the Windows Backup utility. This handy tool is not to be confused with System Restore, which returns every piece of...

Windows Vista is not a bad operating system, however, it is not without its quirks. Sometimes the print queue in Vista gets overloaded; the items in queue to print will sit in the queue without...

Set up all of your documents for fast recovery and you will be well prepared to recover a file that is accidentally lost or overwritten. Even copy and paste documents are not immune to such...

Customizing a computer clock to view a 12- or 24-hour time format is one of the fastest ways to make it your own. It only takes a few steps to complete and the clock can be quickly modified....

Windows XP includes a magnifier tool to help those with visual impairments to use their computers. This magnifier, under its default settings, follows the mouse cursor around the screen. It can...

Bootable CDs can be created with the Nero5 CD-burning software. Bootable CDs are especially useful when you want a program on the CD to automatically run without your having to initiate the...

You can personalize your PC with custom or canned wallpaper. For instance, you can keep the same background display but set it so it appears as a different orientation. Other options include...

Purchasing a new computer can be exciting. There are usually plenty of new applications to explore. However, there can also be hassles involved in setting up your new computer. The time it takes...

The friendly name of a Windows computer is how a user recognizes the machine on the network. The friendly name is also shown in some software applications and in the system information. Changing...

Windows Vista is an operating system created by Microsoft. Windows Vista represented the first major visual overhaul since the dawn of the Windows concept. Vista allows for more user...

Are you unable to boot into Safe Mode, even after hitting F8 during startup? This usually brings up a blue screen with many boot options, including but not limited to Safe Mode. Windows booted...

If you've acquired a used PC, you may have noticed the previous owner's name is implanted all over the computer. When a version of Windows is initially installed, the owner's name is chosen. After...

It is easy enough to remember to install new printers and other devices. But what is often overlooked is implementing the task of removing old driver tools when they are no longer needed. There is...

Cache (temporary Internet) files are there for a purpose: to make previously accessed Web pages easier for us to retrieve again. But having to revisit every Web page is not typical for most...

Computers are excellent for storing multimedia files such as pictures. With the capability of storing thousands, even millions of pictures on the hard drive (depending on the size of the drive), a...

How you set your computer's clock is just a matter of preference in how you communicate with others. For example, if those whom you deal with speak in military time, such as 0800 hours for 8:00...

The Google search bar, also known as Google Toolbar, is a popular browser add-on. In addition to having a convenient Google search box, you can customize the toolbar with features and buttons. If...

This Mhelp clip will teach you how to add a local printer in Windows 7 using easy to follow step-by-step instructions. Learn more about Mhelp for Windows 7 here and get access to over 300 help...

It is good to know how much memory your computer has if you want to expand it, but it doesn't mean that replacing your computer memory or RAM will make your computer runs faster. It will depend on...

The Baguio strawberry virus, or promise virus, is a computer virus that infects the Windows operating system, particularly Windows XP. The statement, "I am still waiting for the strawberry coming...

Easiest way to delete undeletable files from your computer. Best of all you don't have to be a computer genius to do it. Takes about 15 seconds for each file.